Bachelor's+ 45.0%

34% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 15.3%

52% lower than US avg

Unemployment 8.7%

141% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.8%

94% lower than US avg

People

Population1,175

Median Age41.1 yrs

Density1,567/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$54,950

Unemployment8.7%

Poverty0.8%

Health

Obesity15.3%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking7.8%

Depression16.2%

Climate

Avg Temp32°F (-0°C)

AQI13 (Good)

Rain23.3 in/yr

Sunny Days294/yr

Elevation1,115 ft (340 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+45.0%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband95.7%

Population	1,175
Population Density	1,567 / sq mi
Elevation	1,115 ft (340 m)
Coordinates	65.5348°, 17.5370°
Timezone	Europe/Stockholm
Country	🇸🇪 Sweden
State / Province	Västerbotten
Average Temperature	32°F (-0°C)
January Average	8°F (-13°C)
July Average	57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation	23.3 inches (591 mm)
Annual Snowfall	10.5 inches (27 cm)
Median Age	41.1 years

Is Sorsele a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sorsele receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Sorsele stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

At 8.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Sorsele has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. With 294 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.3 inches, including 10.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Sorsele has a population of 1,175 with a density of 1,567 people per square mile. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,175

Total Population

1,567

People / sq mi

41.1yrs

Median Age

6% above US avg

0.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%

Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Sorsele vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Sorsele vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sorsele is N/A. The unemployment rate is 8.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Sorsele vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$54,950

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	8.7%
	141% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.8%
	94% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	79.50 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Sorsele, 15.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% are current smokers. 16.2% report depression. 84.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sorsele vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	15.3%
	52% below US avg
Diabetes	4.9%
High Blood Pressure	30.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	7.8%
	44% below US avg
Binge Drinking	9.6%
Physical Inactivity	84.7%
Depression	16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	85.0%

Food & Exercise

Sorsele has an average annual temperature of 32°F (-0°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.3 inches. The area enjoys 294 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 13.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)

Annual Average	31.6°F
	41% below US avg
January Average	8°F (-13°C)
July Average	57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days	294 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	23.3 inches
	39% below US avg
Snowfall	10.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	13.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	92.3%

Geography

Elevation	1,115 ft (340 m)
Area	0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density	1,567/sq mi
Coordinates	65.5348°N, 17.5370°W
Timezone	Europe/Stockholm

45.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% above US avg). 95.7% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	45.0%
	34% above US avg
High School+	99.0%

A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,567/sq mi
Total Area	0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	95.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Sorsele, Sweden

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Is Sorsele a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Sorsele vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Sorsele vs U.S. Average

Income: Sorsele vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Sorsele vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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